Clinical Director (LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, or equivalent)

Banyan Brand•Castle Rock, CO

3d•$115,000 - $125,000•Onsite

About The Position

Banyan Treatment Centers is seeking an experienced Clinical Director to provide strategic, operational, and clinical leadership for our substance use and mental health treatment programs in Castle Rock, CO. In this pivotal leadership role, the Clinical Director is accountable for clinical quality, staff performance, regulatory compliance, and patient safety, while ensuring the delivery of trauma-informed, evidence-based care. This role partners closely with executive leadership and interdisciplinary teams to drive clinical excellence, accreditation readiness, and continuous quality improvement—making a meaningful impact in the lives of the patients we serve. Position Details Reporting to: Executive Director Schedule: Full-time Location: Castle Rock, CO (On-site) Compensation: $115,000 - $125,000 annually Application Deadline : 1/15/2026

Requirements

Master’s degree or higher in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related human services field.
Active, unrestricted clinical license (LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, or equivalent) in the applicable state.
5–7 years of progressive clinical experience in substance use and/or mental health treatment.
Minimum of 3 years of formal management experience required , including staff supervision and program oversight.
Demonstrated experience ensuring regulatory compliance and clinical quality.
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

5+ years of clinical management experience in residential or intensive levels of care.
Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology or a related field.
Master’s degree in Business, Healthcare Administration, or a related field.
Addiction-specific or trauma-focused certifications (e.g., CAP, CAADC, Trauma Certification).

Responsibilities

Provide clinical vision and leadership aligned with Banyan’s mission, values, and philosophy of care.
Develop, implement, and evaluate clinical programming and treatment services.
Use clinical data (outcomes, utilization, AMA rates, and QA findings) to guide program improvement and strategic decision-making.
Lead, supervise, mentor, and develop clinicians and clinical support staff.
Recruit, hire, onboard, and evaluate clinical personnel.
Provide ongoing performance feedback, coaching, and corrective action as needed.
Oversee daily clinical operations and continuity of care.
Manage utilization review, ASAM determinations, and level-of-care decisions.
Conduct and oversee clinical chart audits, quality assurance, and performance improvement activities.
Ensure compliance with Joint Commission, CARF, CMS, and state and federal regulatory requirements.
Maintain HIPAA-compliant confidentiality standards.
Oversee incident reporting, corrective action, and emergency preparedness activities.
Work collaboratively with Medical, Nursing, Admissions, Operations, and Case Management teams.
Lead multidisciplinary treatment team meetings and clinical staffing forums.
Communicate effectively with patients, families, payors, and community partners.